Players to watch

The veteran striker is likely to lead Spain's attack despite failing to hold down a starting spot at Barcelona this season. Villa will be keen add to his hugely impressive international record of 53 goals in 85 appearances.

With 17 league goals in 24 appearances, Suarez has been a sensation at Liverpool this season. The 26-year-old will relish the opportunity to go up against the world champions and his slaloming runs will be a major threat for defenders.

Editor's Prediction

Few teams in world football have an answer for Spain’s possession-heavy style, but Uruguay’s star-studded strike force are due a goal or two after a relative lean spell and could profit on the counterattack.